Training: Motivational Interviewing – Focusing

In this part of the process an agenda is negotiated that draws on both the client’s and practitioner’s expertise to agree on a shared purpose, which gives the practitioner permission to move into a directional conversation about change.

This highly interactive virtual-learning session will focus on tools and techniques for generating focus by the practitioner for the clients in a Health Center setting.

Objectives:

• Identify at least 2 tools used to support focus on a specific behavior change
• Use MI tools to support engagement & focus in the MI process